Yamaha RX-A700 Reference guide

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AV receivers
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Reference guide

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English
Quick Reference Guide
for U.S.A.
Ex. Ex.
Preparing the remote control
Accessories
Items necessary for connection
The following accessories are supplied with this product.
Speakers
External components
Remote control
Front speaker
Ex. Ex.
Batteries (2)
(AAA, R03, UM-4)
Center speaker
AM loop antenna
Surround speaker, surround back
speaker, and presence speaker
Indoor FM antenna VIDEO AUX input cover
Active subwoofer
YPAO microphone
1
Take off the battery compartment cover.
2
Insert the two supplied AAA batteries
into the battery case, following the
polarity markings.
3
Snap the battery compartment cover
back into place.
Be sure to aim the remote control directly at the remote
control sensor on this unit during operation.
TV
Cable
Cables for connecting external components
(may differ depending on the components you are connecting)
• Speaker cables
(a quantity to match the number of speakers you are connecting)
Audio pin cable
(for subwoofer)
Playback device such as
BD (Blu-ray Disc)/DVD players
Use speakers with an impedance of at least 6Ω. 4Ω speakers can also be used as the front speakers. For more information on speaker
impedance, refer to page 3.
If you are using a CRT monitor, we recommend that you use magnetically shielded speakers.
Prepare at least two front speakers. The priority of the other speakers is as follows:
1 Two surround speakers
2 One center speaker
3 One (or two) surround back speaker (s)/presence speakers
6.1
7.1
7.1
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Connect and install as follows the  rst time you use this unit.
See the following explanations for the connections for each number.
1
1
Connect the speakers
2
2
Connect a TV
3
3
Connect playback device such as BD/DVD players and recorders
4
4
Connect the AC power cable
5
5
Set up the speaker parameters automatically (YPAO)
This unit
TV
Subwoofer
1
1
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
BD/DVD player
(recorder)
Center speaker
Surround
speaker R
Surround
speaker L
Surround back
speaker L
Surround back
speaker
Surround back
speaker R
Front
speaker R
Front
speaker L
7.1
Connect when using with 7.1-channel speaker
layout. Place the surround back speakers
(L/R) 12 in (30 cm) or more away from each
other.
6.1
Connect when using with 6.1-channel speaker
layout. Place the surround back speaker
behind the listening position.
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HDMI 2 HDMI 3
HDMI 4 HDMI 5
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SURROUND SURROUND
BACK/BI-AMP
SINGLE
FRONT
SUBWOOFER
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PRE OUT
SUBWOOFER
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Connect the speakers
Front speaker
R L
Surround back
speaker
R L
Surround
speaker
R L
SubwooferCenter speaker
Connecting speakers
Connecting the subwoofer
1
Connect the subwoofer input jack to the SUBWOOFER
1 or 2 jack on this unit with an audio pin cable.
When connecting the presence speakers, refer to “Presence speaker
connection” in the Owner’s Manual.
This unit can connect speakers that support Bi-amp connection for front
speakers. Refer to “Bi-amp connection” in the Owner’s Manual for the
details.
7.1
Connect when using with 7.1-channel speaker layout.
6.1
Connect when using with 6.1-channel speaker layout.
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4
1
Remove approximately 10 mm (0.4 in) of
insulation from the ends of the speaker cables,
and twist the bare wires of the cables together
rmly so that they will not cause short circuits.
2
Loosen the speaker terminals.
3
Insert the bare wire of the speaker cable into the
gap on the side of the terminal.
4
Tighten the terminal.
2
Set the subwoofer volume as follows.
Volume: Set to approximately half volume (or slightly less than half).
Crossover frequency (if available): Set to maximum.
Subwoofer examples
VOLUME
MIN MAX
CROSSOVER/
HIGH CUT
MIN MAX
Caution:
Remove the AC power cable of this unit from the power outlet
before connecting the speakers.
Generally speaker cables consist of two parallel insulated
cables. One of these cables is a different color, or has a line
running along it, to indicate different polarity. Insert the different
colored (or lined) cable into the “+” (positive, red) terminal
on this unit and the speakers, and the other cable into the “-”
(minus, black) terminal.
Be careful that the core of the speaker cable does not touch
anything or come into contact with the metal areas of this unit.
This may damage this unit or the speakers. If the speaker cables
short circuit, “CHECK SP WIRES!” will appear on the front panel
display when this unit is switched on.
This unit is con gured for 8Ω speakers at the factory setting.
When connecting 6Ω speakers, con gure the speaker impedance
setting of this unit to 6Ω. When this unit is con gured for 6Ω
speakers, 4Ω speakers can also be used as the front speakers.
For more information on setting the speaker impedance, refer to
“Changing speaker impedance” in the Owners Manual.
Connecting the banana plug
Tighten the knob, and then insert the banana plug
into the end of the terminal.
Banana plug
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HDMI 1
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video input-compatible TV.
C
When using a TV compatible
with video input only.
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2
Connect a TV
Listening to TV audio
To playback TV audio on this unit, connect the TV audio output to this unit.
Connect the following input jacks, matching the audio output jacks on your TV.
When viewing your TV, select the appropriate input source on this unit.
Audio
output
DOCK
OPTICAL
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TV
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Audio output from TV Input jack on this unit
Optical digital output AV1 or AV4
Coaxial digital output AV2 or AV3
Analog output
One of AV5, AV6, AUDIO1, AUDIO2,
and VIDEO-AUX
HDMI Audio Return Channel
(Described in the right column)
HDMI OUT
Connecting to AV4 allows you to playback TV audio just by pressing the
TV under SCENE key.
When using an HDMI compatible TV that supports
Audio Return Channel functions and / or HDMI Control functions
(e.g., Panasonic VIERA Link), you can enjoy the TV sound on this
unit as follows:
When using a TV that supports the Audio Return Channel
function and HDMI Control function
The audio / video output from the unit to the TV and audio output
from the TV to the unit are possible using a single HDMI cable.
The input source is switched automatically to match operations
carried out on the TV, and that makes TV sound control easier to
use.
For the connections and settings, refer to “Using the HDMI Control
function” in the Owners Manual.
When using a TV that supports HDMI Control functions
When HDMI Control functions are enabled on the unit, input source
can be switched automatically to match operations carried out on
the TV.
For the connections and settings, refer to “Using the HDMI Control
function” in the Owners Manual.
If your TV has multiple inputs, connect with the following priority (A to C).
Video input to this unit is output to a TV using output jacks of the
same kind.
When connecting to an HDMI compatible TV
Video signal such as component video and video received by this unit
is converted to HDMI and output to the TV. Just select HDMI input on
the TV to view video from any external source connected to this unit.
You can change the resolution and aspect ratio used when converting
to HDMI to suit your requirements.
COMPONENT
VIDEO
HDMI
VIDEO
COMPONENT
VIDEO
HDMI
VIDEO
Input Output
HDMI input
Component
video input
Video input
Through
Converted
TV
When connecting to a non-HDMI compatible TV
Connect to the TV using the same type of connection that you used to
connect to the playback device, and change the inputs on your TV to
match that of the playback device you are using for playback.
If the playback device and TV are equipped with different types
of analog video jacks, this unit will convert the video signal to
component video signal, or vice-versa, according to the type of video
input jacks used by the TV. For more information on video signal
conversion, refer to “Connecting a TV monitor” in the Owners Manual.
COMPONENT
VIDEO
VIDEO
COMPONENT
VIDEO
VIDEO
Input Output
Component
video input
Video input
Through
Converted
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of HDMI output
B When playback device is capable
of component video output (with
optical digital audio output)
C When playback device is capable
of component video output (with
coaxial digital audio output)
D When playback device is capable
of video output (with analog audio
output) only
AC power cable
To the power outlet
D
SURROUND
BACK/BI-AMP
SINGLE
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SUBWOOFER
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3
Connect playback device such as BD/DVD players and recorders
When playback, select the corresponding input source to which the jack is connected.
At the default settings, input sources and sound programs are preset on the SCENE keys. When a playback device is connected to HDMI 1
pressing BD/DVD under SCENE key selects the HDMI 1 input. When a playback device is connected to AV3, pressing CD under SCENE selects
the AV3 input. The input source and sound program preset on the SCENE key can be changed. For more information on the SCENE function,
refer to “Changing input settings with a single key (SCENE function)” in the Owners Manual.
If necessary, you can connect components that cannot be connected using the above methods, such as devices that output video from
component video output jacks and audio from analog output jacks. Refer to “Connecting external components” in the Owner’s Manual for
details.
If your playback device has multiple audio/video outputs, connect with the following priority
(A to D) to enjoy a higher quality sounds and images.
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4
Connect the AC power cable
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When all connections are complete, adjust the con guration, sizes, and volume
balance of the speakers to provide an optimal sound  eld. This unit is equipped with a
Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) function that adjusts the speaker
balance automatically with a simple procedure.
When using YPAO, a test tone will be output from the speakers for approximately 3 minutes to measure acoustics. Be aware of the following when
using YPAO.
The test tone is output at high volume. Refrain from using this function at night when it may be a nuisance to others.
Take care that the test tone does not frighten small children.
YPAO operations can be viewed on the front panel display or TV screen. TV display is used here to explain operation.
1
Check the following before using YPAO.
This unit
The headphones are removed.
TV
This unit is connected to the TV correctly.
The power is turned on.
The video input to which the video output
from this unit has been selected.
Subwoofer
The power is turned on.
Volume is set to approximately half, and the
cross-over frequency (if present) is set to
maximum.
2
Place the supplied YPAO microphone at ear height in your listening
position.
When positioning the microphone, we recommend that you use equipment that allows you to
adjust the height (such as a tripod) as a microphone stand. When using a tripod, use the tripod
screws to  x the microphone in place.
3
Press RECEIVER A on the remote control to switch this unit on.
4
Connect the YPAO microphone to the YPAO MIC jack on the front panel.
YPAO microphone
YPAO MIC
ZONE2 ZONE CONTROL
MAIN ZONE
“Mic On. View ON SCREEN” appears on
the front panel display, and then the display
at right appears on the TV screen.
This completes preparation. To achieve more accurate results, take note of the following when measuring acoustics.
It takes approximately 3 minutes to accurately measure acoustics. Keep the room as quiet as possible while acoustics are measured.
Wait in a corner of the room, or leave it entirely, while acoustics are measured to avoid creating an obstruction between the speakers and
the YPAO microphone.
5
5
Set up the speaker parameters automatically (YPAO)
YPAO microphone
VOLUME
MIN MAX
CROSSOVER/
HIGH CUT
MIN MAX
Subwoofer examples
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SCENE
RETURN
VOLUME
ENHANCER
SUR. DECODE
STRAIGHTSLEEP PURE DIRECT
HDMI
AV
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MOVIE MUSIC
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DVD
TV
CD
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Use the cursor B/C to select the “Measure and
press ENTER to start measurement.
The following display appears if measurement  nishes without any problems.
Result
Displays the results of automatic acoustics measurement and sets
the equalizer (parametric equalizer) to provide a uni ed sound
eld. For details, refer to “Reviewing and reloading the automatic
setup parameters” in the Owner’s Manual.
Save/Exit
Applies the result to the speaker setup and  nishes the automatic
measurement.
Note
If a problem occurs, an error message or report is displayed either during or after acoustic
measurement. Refer to “When an error message is displayed during measurement, or “When a
warning message is displayed after measurement” in the Owners Manual to resolve the problem
and measure acoustics with YPAO again.
6
Use the cursor B/C to select “Save/Exit” and press ENTER.
7
Use the cursor D/E to select “SAVE” and press ENTER.
When the display at left appears, the YPAO setup is complete.
8
Press ENTER.
YPAO is automatically terminated. Disconnect the YPAO
microphone.
You can use the following functions with this unit. For details on the
operations, refer to the Owners Manual on the supplied CD-ROM.
Adjustment for various parameters to match your listening environment
- Sound quality control with a prametric equalizer <PEQ Select>
- Easy listening at low volumes <Adaptive DRC>
- Adjusting volume between input sources <Volume Trim>
External device connection and playback
- Connections and playback from BD/DVD players (recorders), TV audio, and other devices
- Playback from an iPod/iPhone
- Playback from a Bluetooth device
FM/AM tuner
- Manual preset tuning
etc.
MAIN ZONE
YPAO MIC
ZONE2 ZONE CONTROL
SCENE
RETURN
VOLUME
ENHANCER
SUR. DECODE
STRAIGHTSLEEP PURE DIRECT
HDMI
AV
AUDIO
1234
125
V-AUX
FM
INFO
MEMORY
AM
PRESET
MOVIE MUSIC
BD
DVD
TV
CD
RADIO
MUTE
ENTER
7856
90
10
1234
REC
ENT
TV
TV VOL TV CH
TOP
MENU
POP-UP
MENU
DISPLAY
SOURCE
MAIN
ZONE 2
RECEIVER
CODE SET
INPUT
MUTE
DOCK
MULTI
OPTION
ON SCREEN
5
1234
6
[ A ]
SIRIUSTUNER
TUN./CH
CATEGORY
HOLD
A
B
C
D
E
F
VIDEO
AUX
PHONES
SILENT
CINEMA
TONE
CONTROL
STRAIGHT
VOLUM E
TV
BD
DVD
CD
RADIO
INPUT
PROGRAM
SCENE
VIDEO
AUDIOLR
INFO
MEMORY
PRESET
YPAO MIC
PURE DIRECT
FM AM
CATEGORY
HDMI IN
ZONE2 ZONE CONTROL
TUNING/CH
MAIN ZONEMAIN ZONE
A B C
G
D
F
- 8 -
Operation guide
A
Switches this unit between on and standby mode
This unit switches between on and standby mode every time you press this key.
B
Choose an input source to listen to
The name of the selected input source appears on the front panel display.
SW
C
L
SL SR
R
HDMI1
VOL.
SBL SBR
C
Switches between input settings
You can switch input sources and sound  eld programs with a single key.
SCENE Input Sound field program
BD/DVD HDMI1 Drama
TV AV4 STRAIGHT
CD AV3 STRAIGHT
RADIO TUNER STRAIGHT
- Pressing and holding this key allows you to store input sources/sound  eld programs.
- Press this key when this unit is in standby mode to switch on the unit.
D
Adjusts the volume level
The current volume level is displayed on the front panel display.
SW
C
L
SL SR
R
SBL SBR
Volume -18.5dB
VOL.
E
Mutes the sound
The indicator blinks while the sound is muted.
F
Select sound  eld programs and sound decoders
Front
panel
Remote
control
Description
PROGRAM
MOVIE
Selects sound  eld programs optimized for viewing movies, dramas,
and sports.
MUSIC
Selects sound  eld programs optimized for appreciating music.
SUR. DECODE
Selects surround decoders such as Dolby Pro Logic II.
STRAIGHT
STRAIGHT
Switches to Straight decoding mode for stereo/multi-channel
playback without using a sound  eld program.
PURE DIRECT
PURE DIRECT
Switches to Pure Direct mode for faithful reproduction of audio.
- When playing back compression artifacts, press ENHANCER to turn on the Compressed
Music Enhancer mode.
G
Adjusting high/low-frequency sound (Tone control)
1
Press TONE CONTROL to select “Treble” or “Bass.
SW
C
L
SL SR
R
TONE
Treble +0.5dB
VOL.
SBL SBR
2
Press PROGRAM l / h to adjust the output level in those frequency
ranges.
- You can set the tone control for speakers and headphones separately. Connect the
headphones when adjusting the headphone tone control.
- If you set an extreme tone balance, sounds may not match those from other channels.
©2010 Yamaha Corporation
YC709A0/QREN
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